Online sting operations in Washington involve law enforcement officers posing as minors online to investigate and arrest individuals suspected of illegal sexual communication with minors. These operations are generally lawful when officers provide an opportunity to commit a crime but do not improperly induce it. How Do Online Sting Operations Involving Minors Work in Washington? […]
Read MoreEntrapment can be a valid defense to prostitution charges in Washington if law enforcement induced a person to commit a crime they were not otherwise inclined to commit. Under Washington law, simply providing an opportunity is not enough. The defense focuses on whether police induced the conduct through pressure, persuasion, or repeated attempts. What Is […]
Read MoreEntrapment Entrapment is a possible defense to many types of crimes. The defense consists of the argument that the crime originated with law enforcement officials or someone acting at the direction of law enforcement and that the person charged would not have committed the crime absent the influence of law enforcement. When law enforcement merely […]
Read MoreLast updated: Nov. 24, 2025 Law enforcement in Washington frequently uses sting operations to target prostitution and solicitation. These operations rely on undercover officers posing as buyers or providers and often lead to fast arrests based on brief verbal exchanges. If you were arrested in a sting, you may have more defenses than you realize. […]
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